Top Byblos Attractions
Lebanon has a lot of
things to offer. Amongst the many tourist
attractions, we are going to focus on two exotic cities, Byblos and Kfardebian.
Although there is no specific reasons why we only picked these two cities, we
are trying to give you different perspective of the cities in Lebanon. Not to
mention that both cities have tons of tourist attractions that you can enjoy
with your friend when you visit Lebanon.
Byblos
Byblos is one of the
most interesting cities in Lebanon. It has been receiving a lot of locals and
tourists on yearly basis. The city has good climate all times so that it is
possible to visit this anytime you want. Even better, when you come in low
season, you will be able to enjoy all the attractions it offers without being
bumped into strangers a lot.
Here are the Byblos
attractions that you can enjoy with your entourage:
Saint John-Marc
Cathedral
This cathedral was
initially built for a Baptist church necessity in 1115 AD by the crusaders.
This is the place dedicated to Saint John-Mark who is believed to be the first
one to support the Christianity in the Byblos city. The church compiles the
best of the Roman-style arches. The authenticity of the Roman influence is
indeed positive value to be aspired by the visitors.
Byblos Harbour
Need a place and time
to relax? Consider visiting Byblos Harbour to do so. Take a stroll in the Byblos Harbour and feel
the energy surrounding you. This harbor was once a hub for the Phoenician trade
and cultural exchange. Local fishermen and tourists have been flocking the
place from year to year. The good thing here is that you can visit this place
anytime you want all-year round.
Crusader Castle
The amazing castle was
built by the Crusaders back then in the 12th century. The castle showcases the
monument which is the part of the city's distinct historical elements. The
castle is the core of the Byblos cultures. It is influenced by the Roman,
Phoenician and Egyptian architecture. So, no wonder that you will be amazed at
such incredible views of the Crusader Castle. It has too much marvel to be
missed.
Byblos Wax Museum
This wax museum is not
too large but important to be visited. It has been both locals and tourists
amazing place for years. Imagine that you and your entourage have the chance to
walk through the narrow halls on the designated trp to the Phoenician city and
you will be wowed with how the locals maintain the place really well. The
scenes of the museums procure the old to modern times of Phoenician.
Seafood
Byblos seafood will pamper
your appetite to the extent that you want to extend your days to stay in
Byblos. If walking by the sea is not simply enough for you, wrap your journey
with the delicious local cuisine. The prominent restaurant to check is the Bab
El Mina, it is popular because of its seafood menu. For more relaxing
experience, consider getting a meal in the Cafe Tournesol. Both restaurants
also offer you the best sea views to see.
Old Souk
It is definitely a
place that you want to visit in Byblos since it offers a lot of things to enjoy
from the shopping experience, exquisite cafes, and great city atmosphere. It is
one of the things to do in Byblos that you need to note. It is also the
essential part of visit Byblos since you may want to spend the entire day to
explore the city’s past and current inhabitants.
Kfardebian
Kfardebian is one of
the best places to relax in Lebanon. You can enjoy many Kfardebian Attractions
from its mountain resort and spa, foods, history, festivals, and the party. It
is a perfect destination for folks with group or family.
The Mountain Resort and
Spa
Mzaar is by far the
most renowned mountain resort and spa of the Kfardebian. It has around 80 km of
ski tracks. It is located just above the village of Ouyoun El Simane in
Kfardebian. There are around 20,000 skiers who flock the area per hour. So, you
can imagine how great it an is when skiing there. There are three main domains
of the mountain resort and spa, the Refuge, Wardeh, and Junction. It is the
Kfardebian Attraction that you don’t want to miss.
Enjoy the resort
Still in Mzaar, some of
you probably rather enjoy the afternoon and morning by sipping a hot cup of
chocolate or coffee. Then warm yourself up by a crackling fire, accompanied by
someone special or group of friends. You can do this on the Refuge Terrace.Les
Thermes du Mzaar is one of the things you want to do too. It is a specialty
massage which will help you to relax and rejuvenate. You will also feel the
experience of the local. Make sure to book the service in advance since it is highly
demanded by other tourists too.
Mouthwatering Dishes
Kfardebian has ample
amount of delicacies that you can try. One of the nicest things to do in
Kfardebian is to enjoy the mouthwatering saj stations, the great restaurants to
keep you fit and well. Or, you can also try the La Cabane, a restaurant which
focuses on local dishes. Enjoy your time to try some exquisite Lebanese menus.
You won’t regret it.
Outdoors
Outdoors lovers?
Kfardebian also has interesting offers for you. There are many adventures that
you can have from the picnic to outdoor barbecue with your group of friends.
The skiing region is also known for some extreme sports besides skiing like
snowshoeing, and snowmobiling. The good thing here is that you can enjoy the
outdoors all year round. The rest of the year, you can also do mountain hiking,
climbing, paragliding, horse riding, rappelling, and many more.
Festivals
We’ve mentioned before
about the festivals in Kfardebian. Don’t
miss the Mzaar Winter festival which is probably the best event that you can
enjoy in this city. It is usually scheduled in the February. you can consider
visiting Lebanon country in this month since you will be enjoying abundant
amount of Mzaar winter festivals. Make sure that you check their events
calendar so that you won’t miss any of the event.
The Historical Site
Kfardebian also offers
many astonishing historical sites and landmarks that are worth visiting and
exploring. The two steep valleys named Nebaa el-Laban and Nebaa el-Assal are
the two things that you want to visit. The area offers the great protected
columns, altars, temples, as well as tombs. Not to mention that you can witness
the past by seeing the Roman temple there.
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